Blue Chalk Media

04/27/2025

We’re proud to have worked with Stanley Black & Decker on a film that shines a spotlight on the builders, creators, and problem-solvers shaping tomorrow.

With nearly two centuries of innovation behind them, Stanley Black & Decker continues to inspire future generations of craftspeople. Take a look at how these visionaries are building the world of tomorrow today.

For nearly two centuries we have been, and always will be, for those who make the world. Providing innovative tools, technologies, and job site solutions to ...

04/23/2025

Live in Portland, Oregon and love a DIY project?

We’re looking for camera-friendly homeowners who are ready to upgrade their kitchen with a new range hood and cover.

Interested? Apply here: https://bit.ly/4jzYuRr

04/21/2025

Sharing some photos and reflections from "Firebreak’s" incredible homecoming last Thursday at The Hollywood Theatre as part of the Portland Panorama Film Festival!

We’re so grateful to Portland Panorama and Prosper Portland for making it possible for the film's subjects, Brandon and Royal, along with Royal’s family, to attend this special screening. Journalist and former wildland firefighter Riley Yuan, a member of "Firebreak’s" editorial advisory committee, moderated a thoughtful and moving Q&A that beautifully capped off the night.

Director Kenzie Bruce offered a few words about what the evening meant to her:

“The Portland Panorama screening of 'Firebreak' was a special homecoming for the film. It felt so good to be able to share 'Firebreak' with the Portland community, many of whom played some part in helping it come to life. It was also incredibly meaningful to have Brandon, Royal, and Royal’s family in attendance. Royal’s son Jamir and daughter Kayla closed out the Q&A in the most touching way. The whole experience was a total privilege.”

Thank you to all of the Blue Chalkers (both past and present), collaborators, and friends who came out to support us. We’re so proud of this film and the community behind it. 💙

04/17/2025

🔥 Firebreak screens TONIGHT in Portland! 🔥

We’re beyond excited for Firebreak to make its Portland, OR, debut at the Portland Panorama Film Festival—TONIGHT, April 17 at 7:30 PM at the iconic Hollywood Theatre!

Get your tickets via the link in the comments!

04/16/2025

Applications are now open for the 2025 Doug Pensinger Photography Fund grants! Seven photographers will receive $5,000 plus a trip to the 2026 DPPF Gathering. The deadline is May 1st, 2025. Apply below!

Applications will be accepted March 15 to May 1. The Doug Pensinger Photography Fund supports emerging and early-career sports photographers. Apply Now WHAT WILL BE AWARDED? 7 photographers will be chosen to receive $5,000 grants to be spent on career development. They will also receive an expenses-...

04/16/2025

Do you love a home DIY project? Are you based in Portland, OR?

We're casting for homeowners who are interested in installing heated bathroom flooring and/or installing a range hood and cover.

Sound like you? Visit these links to fill out our Casting Forms!

Range Hood Form: https://bit.ly/4jzYuRr
Heated Bathroom Floor Form: https://bit.ly/4j85ipt

04/14/2025

We had an incredible night at the Capital City Film Festival in Lansing, MI, where "Firebreak" closed out the festival!

Director Kenzie Bruce was there to celebrate with the audience, alongside Melissa Burch, an editorial advisor on "Firebreak" and an anthropologist whose work focuses on the experiences of those with criminal convictions.

The evening was full of memorable moments, including a poet, Nancy DeJoy, reading a piece she wrote while watching the film, and Royal Ramey, one of the film’s central subjects, joining the Q&A remotely.

A huge thank you to Capital City Film Festival and to everyone who came out and made it such a special experience.

Don't forget — "Firebreak" screens in Portland, OR, THIS Thursday!! Get your tickets here: https://bit.ly/41JnaQ4

04/13/2025

"Game On: Hoops and Dreams in Rural China" is in the running for the Webby People’s Voice Award in Video & Film – Sports.

Thank you to everyone who has voted — and if you haven’t yet, there’s still time! Link is below!

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04/11/2025

This week, the incredible Billie Jean King received a well-deserved star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and made history as the first woman to be honored in the new sports entertainment category!

We had the privilege of collaborating with Billie Jean on a project for Atria Senior Living back in 2021, and it was an incredible experience. Not only is she a legend in tennis, but she’s also one of the most genuine, inspiring people we’ve had the pleasure of working with.

It’s a production we’ll always look back on fondly (check out the smiles on our crew in the photo below!), and we’re thrilled to see her get the recognition she deserves. Congratulations, Billie Jean!

04/09/2025

The countdown is on—"Firebreak" screens at Portland Panorama next week!
Catch it at the iconic Hollywood Theatre on Friday, April 17 at 7:30 PM PDT.

We’re so excited to bring this story to our Portland community!

Tickets are still available! Get them before they're gone: https://bit.ly/41JnaQ4

04/07/2025

We’re kicking off the week with incredible visual storytelling!

The World Press Photo 2025 winners showcase the power of documentary photography—capturing untold stories, raw emotion, and global realities. Explore this year’s winning images and see how photographers around the world are pushing the boundaries of visual storytelling.

A selection of the winning images from this year’s contest – which now awards a total of 42 winners including honourable mentions, updated categories, prizes and contest regions

04/05/2025

🔥 "Firebreak" is heading to Michigan NEXT WEEK 🔥

Catch us at the closing night of the Capital City Film Festival in Lansing, MI, on Saturday, April 12!

Get your tickets here:

Join us for Capital City Film Festival's closing night film, Firebreak — presented in partnership with Nation Outside. This screening will take place at Central United Methodist Church (215 N Capitol Ave, Lansing, MI 48933).

04/04/2025

Yesterday, our incredible executive producer and "Firebreak" director, Kenzie Bruce, appeared on "Hello, Rose City" to talk about the film's upcoming Portland debut at the Portland Panorama Film Festival!

She was joined by fellow filmmaker Dawn Jones Redstone and Stephanie Hough, Executive Director of the festival, for a great conversation about storytelling, filmmaking, and what to expect at this year’s event.

In case you missed it live, you can catch the full interview via the link in the comments.

Big thanks to KGW and the Hello, Rose City team for having us—it was such a fun way to kick off the lead-up to the festival.

If you’ll be in Portland on April 17, we’d love to see you at 7:30 PM at the Hollywood Theatre for "Firebreak's" festival screening. The ticket link is in the comments!

04/03/2025

We're excited to share that two Blue Chalk projects have won Gold Awards at the 2025 NYX Awards!

"Roadrunners Rise," created with Metropolitan State University of Denver, won Gold in the School/Universities Video category. Meanwhile, "Game On: Hoops and Dreams in Rural China"—developed by USA TODAY and CICC with Blue Chalk supporting all phases of production—earned Gold in the Sports Video category!

The NYX Awards celebrate the best in creative work, and we’re so grateful to our clients and team for bringing these stories to life.

Two Blue Chalk-produced projects have Gold Awards at the 2025 NYX Awards, bringing our total to 18 honors from the competition. Roadrunners Rise took home the Gold in the School/Universities Video category, while Game On won in the Sports&n...